Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Management, 300 credits

Aim

The Master of Science in Engineering programmes at Mid Sweden University aim to educate engineers with good skills in leading, or participating in, work in technical research and development. The engineers should have good skills in complex technical trouble-shooting and in-depth knowledge within their area of technology. The programme also aims to provide the engineers with knowledge of and understanding for how technology development is connected to ethical assessments and the development of society. The programme aims to provide the graduate engineers, through a continuous contact with the industry, with knowledge and understanding of different types of organisations.

An engineer in Industrial Engineering and Management uses technical skills together with knowledge of leadership and management to solve the issues belonging to leadership and change of technology-based operations.

Mid Sweden University has a particular specialisation in change management, which, in general, means using structured approaches, as well as qualitative and quantitative approaches, when carrying out change in individuals, groups, organisations or the society as a whole. The concept change management is wide, but in this case it first and foremost refers to the organisation and business perspective, where it is typical that a new technology or process is about to be implemented and decisions have to be taken while considering different types of risks. A successful change also requires, in addition to an understanding of technology and process, the commitment and the participation of individuals, leaders and staff, which is why also these perspectives are important.

Programme objectives

OUTCOMES ACCORDING TO THE HIGHER EDUCATION ORDINANCE

For a Master of Science in Engineering the student shall demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to work autonomously as a graduate engineer.

Knowledge and understanding
For a Master of Science in Engineering the student shall
- demonstrate knowledge of the disciplinary foundation of and proven experience in his or her chosen field of technology as well as insight into current research and development work, and
- demonstrate both broad knowledge of his or her chosen field of technology, including knowledge of mathematics and the natural sciences, as well as a considerable degree of specialised knowledge in certain areas of the field.

Competence and skills
For a Master of Science in Engineering the student shall
- demonstrate the ability to identify, formulate and deal with complex issues autonomously and critically and with a holistic approach and also to participate in research and development work and so contribute to the formation of knowledge
- demonstrate the ability to create, analyse and critically evaluate various technological solutions
- demonstrate the ability to plan and use appropriate methods to undertake advanced tasks within predetermined parameters
- demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge critically and systematically as well as the ability to model, simulate, predict and evaluate sequences of events even with limited information
- demonstrate the ability to develop and design products, processes and systems while taking into account the circumstances and needs of individuals and the targets for economically, socially and ecologically sustainable development set by the community
- demonstrate the capacity for teamwork and collaboration with various constellations, and
- demonstrate the ability to present his or her conclusions and the knowledge and arguments on which they are based in speech and writing to different audiences in both national and international contexts.

Judgement and approach
For a Master of Science in Engineering the student shall
- demonstrate the ability to make assessments informed by relevant disciplinary, social and ethical aspects as well as awareness of ethical aspects of research and development work
- demonstrate insight into the possibilities and limitations of technology, its role in society and the responsibility of the individual for how it is used, including both social and economic aspects and also environmental and occupational health and safety considerations, and
- demonstrate the ability to identify the need for further knowledge and undertake ongoing development of his or her skills.

SPECIFIC OUTCOMES FOR THE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING PROGRAMME IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT

Knowledge and understanding
The student should have:
• good knowledge of the organisational structure of companies and businesses dealings.
• good knowledge in logistics and optimization of physical as well as human resources.
• in-depth knowledge of development and delivery of computerised information systems, as well as the connection between information systems and business operations.
• advanced knowledge of decision-making processes regarding the identification and structuring of decision situations.
• advanced knowledge of processes of change, strategic instruments and leading change in organisations, culture and implementation of information systems and processes.

Competence and skills
The student should have:
• good skills in identifying and analysing a company’s most important financial, technical and commercial prerequisites.
• in-depth skills in developing technical solutions for information management in different types of logistic systems and their connections to business systems.
• advanced skills in developing computerised information systems and advanced skills in leading delivery processes related to information systems in organisations.
• advanced skills in identifying and analysing decision-making processes with the aid of computerised decision tools.
• advanced skills in working with processes of change, supporting methods and tools for this in a interdisciplinary way, and from an overall perspective be able to define, analyse and lead a process of change, including implementing information systems and processes in an organisation.

Judgement and approach
The student should be able to:
- demonstrate insight into and be able to see processes of change from a human ethical perspective.

Content

YEAR 1–3

Computer Engineering BA (A–B):
Basic Computer Science, 6 credits
Java I, 7.5 credits
Databases - Modelling and Implementing, 7.5 credits

Physics BA (A):
Mechanics I, 6 credits

Business Management and Organization BA (A):
Introduction to Project Based Product Development , 6 credits *
Quality Management and Process Management, 6 credits
Introduction, 6 credits
Accounting, 6 credits
Organization and Leadership, 6 credits
Managerial Accounting, 6 credits
Marketing, 6 credits

Business Management and Organization BA (B):
Process Management, 6 credits*
Decision Analysis I - Decision Analysis and Decision Tools, 6 credits
Mathematical Modelling, 6 credits
Service Oriented Architecture, 3 credits
Open Innovation, 6 credits

Business Management and Organization BA (C):
Logistics, 6 credits *
Enterprise Resource Planning, 6 credits *
Decision Analysis II - Risk and Decision Analysis, 6 credits
Individual Assignment, 15 credits*

Engineering support courses:
Engineering Methods, 3 credits
Oral and Written Communication, 6 credits
Work, Environment and Ethics, 6 credits

Mathematics BA (A):
Introductory Course in Mathematics, 3 credits
Linear Algebra I, 6 credits
Calculus I, 7.5 credits
Calculus II, 7.5 credits
Discrete Mathematics, 7.5 credits

Mathematics BA (B):
Multivariable Calculus, 6 credits
Mathematical Statistics, 7.5 credits

YEAR 4–5:

Computer Engineering BA (C):
Human-Computer Interaction, 4.5 credits

Energy Engineering BA (A):
Efficient Energy and Natural Resources Management, 7.5 credits

Physics BA (A):
Electromagnetics and Waves I, 6 credits

Business Management and Organisation BA (C):
IT Management, 7.5 credits*
Process Management and Implementation, 9 credits*

Business Management and Organisation MA:
Project Management, 6 credits *
Business Intelligence, 6credits
Management Science, 6 credits*
Organizational Culture and Management 7.5 credits* **
Formal Methods, Risk and Decision Analysis, 7.5 credits*
Change Management , 7.5 credits * **
Strategic Business Models, 7.5 credits * **
Scientific Method, 7.5 credits *
Final Project, 30 credits *

* Project course
** Course may be exchanged for another course relevant for the programme

Individual study path
The student may apply for an individual study path with an individual study plan. The individual study plan should be approved by the Programme committee for the master of science in engineering programme. An independent project must be included in the study plan. The examiner in charge of this submits a proposal on which courses should precede the independent project to the Programme committee. At the assessment, what is taken into consideration is whether the study plan meets the learning outcomes of the programme syllabus and the degree requirements stated in the programme qualification descriptor.

Final project, 30 credits
An individual project of 30 credits is included in the programme; this project shall be carried out in the second cycle. The application to begin the final project will not be processed until the student has completed at least 210 credits of the courses included in the programme.

Entry requirements

(Äldre gymnasiebetyg)

Description of programme

The Master of Science in Engineering programmes at Mid Sweden University have their basis in mathematics, technological and natural sciences. The programmes cover basic trouble-shooting as well as complex technological problems. During the programme the students will practice analysing the knowledge acquired and discuss and justify their conclusions. During parts of the programme continuous contact with the industry is included, this will give the student the opportunity to prepare for a professional life.

The 300-credit Master of Science in Engineering programme takes five years to complete. It consists of a common group of basic courses in mathematics, science and engineering support courses. Alongside these courses the student will, early on in the programme, take courses of their choice in the area of technology, in which the student will have the opportunity to specialize during the final years of the programme.

Selection rules and procedures

The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.

Programme with restricted admissions

Specific entry requirements for each course in the programme are stated in the course syllabus.
To be able to continue on to the next grade without restrictions the student must, at the beginning of year 2, have completed at least 45 credits of the year 1 courses. The student who does not meet this requirement has to contact the department for an individual study plan.

Teaching and examination

The type of instruction and examination is stated in the course syllabus for each course. A substantial part of the course reading included in the programme is written in English. The language of instruction may be English. The different types of examination is exam, assignments (project), writing a PM, compulsory exercises, lab sessions and independent project which is shown in the syllabus of each course. The student will receive a grade on each course included in the programme.

Title of qualification

Degree of Master of Science

Master of Science in Engineering, translated into Degree of Master of Science in Engineering: Industrial Engineering and Management.

Other information

Participation in the below optional courses is recommended prior to the first study semester (note that these cannot be included in the degree).

• Preparatory Mathematics for the University, 1 week
• Computer science (part of ECDL – European Computer Driving Licence), 1 week

During the period of study the names, content, level, credit distribution and place in time may change.

It is possible for the student to select courses during the study period. How the selection is carried out and the current range of courses offered is announced locally. To be admitted to an elective course the student must be qualified. Elective courses may be cancelled if there are not enough applicants.

To better be able to follow the programme to later years and as a preparation for the independent project, the student is recommended to, after two years of studying, complete an uninterrupted placement period of at least 6 weeks within one of the professional activities that the programme prepares for.

During the fifth year of the programme, the student is offered to replace Business management and organization courses included in the programme with courses at Stockholm University. Selection according to the Master pool at the Department of Computer and Systems Science (DSV). A Bachelor’s degree in Business management and organization is a requirement for the replacement. Exemptions are determined by DSV.